Written examination

The written exam is generally the first stage of the assessment process to gain BSE accreditation. Written exams are delivered in partnership with Pearson VUE. Candidates can sit their exam at local centres across the UK, Republic of Ireland and in South Africa.

Upcoming exams

Spring 2020: TTE, Comm, ACCE is scheduled to take on Tuesday 10 March 2020, 11.00 am - 1.30 pm at various Pearson VUE centres in the UK, Republic of Ireland and South Africa. All candidates must register interest to sit this exam through this site - unless this step is complete, candidates will not be able to register through Pearson VUE. Pre-registration opens on Monday 16th December 2019.

Autumn 2020: TTE, Comm, ACCE, TOE and Stress Echo is scheduled to take place on Wednesday 14 October 2020, 11.00 am - 1.30 pm at various Pearson VUE centres in the UK, Republic of Ireland and South Africa. There will be the pre-registration stage that will need to be completed in July (further information will be provided). 

 

Pre-registration for spring 2020 has closed

  • All candidates need to pre-register to express their interest in sitting the written exam. Please ensure you have read through the relevant accreditation pack and that all membership payments are up-to-date before pre-registering.
  • You will be asked to enter the location of where you would like to sit the written exam. Please enter at least two preferred cities or towns. Find the Pearson VUE test centres that are closest to you. 
  • Any special requirements must be applied for in writing and approved by the BSE Chair of Accreditation. Find out more about test accommodations. 
  • Once pre-registration is complete we will transfer your information to Pearson VUE to confirm your eligibility to sit the exam.
  • Successfully pre-registered candidates will be contacted by Pearson VUE by email with further instructions on completing registration, including payment of fees.

Examination fees

The examination fee is £250, which covers the written exam, online logbook portal and practical assessment.

The resit fee is £125. Resits must be taken within 12 months of the first sitting.

What to expect in the written exam

You can find full details of the assessment process, including more information on the theory and imaging sections of the written exam, in the relevant accreditation pack.

Each candidate will have their own monitor and will be able to replay videos during the examination. Full instructions will be provided on the day of the exam. 

Find out more about what to expect in a Pearson VUE test centre.

Examination results

Results will be released 4-5 weeks after the exam.